Associate Director, Philanthropy

Association of Fundraising Professionals; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Scleroderma Foundation seeks a dynamic fundraising professional to serve as Associate Director, Philanthropy. You will manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts from $10,000 to six figures and beyond.

This fully remote position within the continental United States requires travel up to 40% and collaboration with senior leadership to advance research, education, and patient support nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years of philanthropy experience in healthcare, medical association, hospital, or nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 120-150 major gift donors and prospects using moves management.
• Conduct donor meetings, calls, and visits to build philanthropic relationships.
• Develop compelling proposals and lead major gift solicitations.
• Create personalized stewardship and recognition plans that demonstrate donor impact.
• Maintain donor activity and engagement records within Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Partner with organizational leadership on strategic fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Strategic planning

Major gifts fundraising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge NXT

Job description

Associate Director, Philanthropy

National Scleroderma Foundation

Remote (Continental U.S.A.) | Full-Time | Travel up to 40%

A relentless force in finding a cure and improving the lives of people affected by scleroderma, the National Scleroderma Foundation advances medical research, promotes disease awareness, and provides support and education for those impacted by this rare autoimmune disease. The Foundation has earned six consecutive four-star ratings from Charity Navigator and holds Candid's Platinum Seal of Transparency.

Position Overview

The National Scleroderma Foundation seeks a dynamic and relationship-driven fundraising professional to serve as Associate Director, Philanthropy. Reporting to the Vice President, Philanthropy, this position will manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects while helping expand philanthropic support for the Foundation's mission. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of making gifts ranging from $10,000 to six figures and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 120-150 major gift donors and prospects utilizing moves management strategies.
• Conduct donor meetings, calls, and visits to build meaningful philanthropic relationships.
• Develop compelling proposals and lead major gift solicitations.
• Create personalized stewardship and recognition plans that demonstrate donor impact.
• Maintain donor activity and engagement records within Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Partner with organizational leadership on strategic fundraising initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years of philanthropy experience, preferably in a healthcare, medical association, hospital, or nonprofit environment.
• Demonstrated success managing a major gifts portfolio and securing five- and six-figure contributions.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills.
• Familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT and donor management systems preferred.

Work Environment

• Fully remote position within the continental United States.
• Flexibility for evening and occasional weekend activities.
• Up to 40% travel required.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing research, patient support, education, and disease awareness efforts for a community that depends on the National Scleroderma Foundation's leadership and advocacy. Working alongside a collaborative and mission-driven team, you will help secure resources that directly impact patients and families nationwide.

Full Job Description

Visit www.scleroderma.org/careers to see the full Job Description.

The National Scleroderma Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.